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DamBaraga County, Michigan, United States
Ford Dam
Ford Dam is a dam impounding Alberta Pond in Baraga County, Michigan.
71°F Mostly sunny
3 activities
46.6446°, -88.4791°
Overview
Ford Dam is a dam that impounds Alberta Pond in Baraga County, Michigan. It is a Earth dam. It stands about 26 feet high. It was completed in 1936. Listed purpose: Recreation.
Dams shape Michigan's rivers, creating impoundments that support shoreline fishing, paddling and scenery while also affecting water flow and fish passage. This structure is documented in the Michigan Dam Inventory and regulated by the state (EGLE). Stay behind all safety barriers and heed posted restrictions near the dam and its spillway. Related places list the river and nearby waters.
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Dam Data5 / 12 fields
Dam Data
5 / 12 fieldsPhysical
Dam Height(ft)26 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Administration
Managing AgencyMichigan EGLE
General
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History
Year Built1,936
Location
CountyBaraga
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Ogemaw Creek
Burns Lake
Canyon Falls
Canyon Falls
Ogemaw Falls
Jackson Lakes
Dam A
North Country Trail (UP) (Corridor btwn. Canyon Falls and Nestoria Rd.)
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Location
Michigan
Baraga County
United StatesUS
Current Weather
Updated 7:00 PM71°F
Mostly sunny
Feels like 78°
Wind
4.5 mph NNW
Humidity
52%
Visibility
26 mi
UV Index
5
5-Day Forecast
Mon
72°
44°
Tue
8%74°
53°
Wed
84%66°
50°
Thu
84%67°
51°
Fri
17%71°
52°
Activities
Walking
Fishing
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